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Steve Being
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· Oct 3
"In the beginning the universe was created. This made a lot of people very unhappy and has widely been regarded as a bad move."
- HHG2tG
- HHG2tG
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Hegseth to US military: if you get into MIT, we won't let you attend because of the risk that you will be exposed to ideas hostile to MAGA when you study there.
February 14, 2026 at 2:38 PM
Hegseth to US military: if you get into MIT, we won't let you attend because of the risk that you will be exposed to ideas hostile to MAGA when you study there.
~"Someday, and that day may never come, I will call upon you to do a service for me. But until that day, accept this Warrior Dividend as a gift."~
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February 14, 2026 at 8:25 PM
~"Someday, and that day may never come, I will call upon you to do a service for me. But until that day, accept this Warrior Dividend as a gift."~
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Former Foreign Office cat Palmerston dies in Bermuda
Former Foreign Office cat Palmerston dies in Bermuda
Larry the Cat, No 10's chief mouser, is among those paying tribute to his former rival.
www.bbc.com
February 14, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Former Foreign Office cat Palmerston dies in Bermuda
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Democracy is when voters choose their leaders. Autocracy is when leaders choose their voters.
Kristi Noem: "When it gets to Election Day, we've been proactive to make sure we have the right people voting, electing the right leaders to lead this country."
February 14, 2026 at 3:33 PM
Democracy is when voters choose their leaders. Autocracy is when leaders choose their voters.
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Rubio is offering Europe a junior partnership: embrace Trumpism, ditch climate action, endorse nativism.
A Trump adjacent ally will put this on the ballot paper in most national elections, though most people in most European democracies are sceptical/opposed
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
A Trump adjacent ally will put this on the ballot paper in most national elections, though most people in most European democracies are sceptical/opposed
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
Rubio tells Europe US wants renewed alliance – but on Trump’s terms
Secretary of state calls the US ‘a child of Europe’ and urges continent to back a new world order
www.theguardian.com
February 14, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Rubio is offering Europe a junior partnership: embrace Trumpism, ditch climate action, endorse nativism.
A Trump adjacent ally will put this on the ballot paper in most national elections, though most people in most European democracies are sceptical/opposed
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
A Trump adjacent ally will put this on the ballot paper in most national elections, though most people in most European democracies are sceptical/opposed
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026...
When Rubio says "the West" it's been made clear that he means the US and its "sphere of influence".
February 14, 2026 at 10:16 AM
When Rubio says "the West" it's been made clear that he means the US and its "sphere of influence".
I'd like to see the BBC making a specific drive to communicate the state and stakes of the world as we see in the Munich Security Conference.
February 14, 2026 at 10:04 AM
I'd like to see the BBC making a specific drive to communicate the state and stakes of the world as we see in the Munich Security Conference.
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It finally happened! A memeable Starmer photo
February 14, 2026 at 9:31 AM
It finally happened! A memeable Starmer photo
"Also, please don't just read the headline," says florist.
'Don't buy Valentine's Day roses', says florist
'Don't buy Valentine's Day roses', says florist
Elizabeth Honey, from the British Flower Movement, says people should buy locally grown flowers.
www.bbc.com
February 13, 2026 at 5:14 PM
"Also, please don't just read the headline," says florist.
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The court once again hammering home that they really don't accept the idea that is a peaceful or non-violent group.
This is significant *because they've found in PA's favour*. It is hard to say they're a bunch of kumbayah singing lentil weavers, if you read the judgment.
This is significant *because they've found in PA's favour*. It is hard to say they're a bunch of kumbayah singing lentil weavers, if you read the judgment.
February 13, 2026 at 11:46 AM
The court once again hammering home that they really don't accept the idea that is a peaceful or non-violent group.
This is significant *because they've found in PA's favour*. It is hard to say they're a bunch of kumbayah singing lentil weavers, if you read the judgment.
This is significant *because they've found in PA's favour*. It is hard to say they're a bunch of kumbayah singing lentil weavers, if you read the judgment.
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Significant that the High Court ruling is still, in places, quite damning of Palestine Action. It emphatically rejects that the group is engaged in "civil disobediance", for example.
It just finds (compellingly) that proscription was still wrong, despite that.
It just finds (compellingly) that proscription was still wrong, despite that.
February 13, 2026 at 10:45 AM
Significant that the High Court ruling is still, in places, quite damning of Palestine Action. It emphatically rejects that the group is engaged in "civil disobediance", for example.
It just finds (compellingly) that proscription was still wrong, despite that.
It just finds (compellingly) that proscription was still wrong, despite that.
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But this, here, is the key bit: despite everything they have to say about PA, the court finds that the consequences of proscription on human rights are not proportionate to its benefits. The first ground upon which the government lost is largely procedural. This one is substantive.
February 13, 2026 at 11:50 AM
But this, here, is the key bit: despite everything they have to say about PA, the court finds that the consequences of proscription on human rights are not proportionate to its benefits. The first ground upon which the government lost is largely procedural. This one is substantive.
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A division of labor between conventional European forces and nuclear US forces would incentivize Russia to use nuclear weapons first in a European conflict in an attempt to force a partially disengaged United States to back down rather than risk nuclear war.
Colby at NATO: "We will continue to provide the U.S. extended nuclear deterrent. And we will also continue, in a more limited and focused fashion, to provide conventional capabilities that contribute to NATO's defense."
www.war.gov
February 13, 2026 at 8:56 AM
A division of labor between conventional European forces and nuclear US forces would incentivize Russia to use nuclear weapons first in a European conflict in an attempt to force a partially disengaged United States to back down rather than risk nuclear war.
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NHS deal with AI firm Palantir called into question after officials’ concerns revealed
NHS deal with AI firm Palantir called into question after officials’ concerns revealed
Exclusive: in 2025 briefing to Wes Streeting, officials warned reputation of tech firm behind US ICE operations would hinder rollout of data system in UK
Health officials fear Palantir’s reputation will hinder the delivery of a “vital” £330m NHS contract, according to briefings seen by the Guardian, sparking fresh calls for the deal to be scrapped.
In 2023, ministers selected Palantir, a US surveillance technology company that also works for the Israeli military and Donald Trump’s ICE operation, to build an AI-enabled data platform to connect disparate health information across the NHS. Continue reading...
www.theguardian.com
February 12, 2026 at 7:56 PM
NHS deal with AI firm Palantir called into question after officials’ concerns revealed
Can they afford a US alliance?
Russian propagandist Solovyev fantasizes about a large-scale war in Europe,with the idea of a "united Russian-American army"fighting the EU:
"I don’t rule out the possibility of a war unfolding in the European theater of military operations -a united Russian-American army against the army of the EU
"I don’t rule out the possibility of a war unfolding in the European theater of military operations -a united Russian-American army against the army of the EU
February 12, 2026 at 12:31 PM
Can they afford a US alliance?
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Genuinely think that if Biden’s DoJ had been caught spying on Congress in this way over Jeffrey Epstein it would have ended in impeachment.
But given it’s the Trump operation, there’s every chance it barely even becomes a story. www.cnbc.com/2026/02/11/e...
But given it’s the Trump operation, there’s every chance it barely even becomes a story. www.cnbc.com/2026/02/11/e...
Epstein files: AG Pam Bondi seemed to have Rep. Jayapal's DOJ database search history at hearing
Attorney General Pam Bondi at a House Judiciary Committee hearing seemed to have a printout of Rep. Jayapal's search history related to Epstein.
www.cnbc.com
February 12, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Genuinely think that if Biden’s DoJ had been caught spying on Congress in this way over Jeffrey Epstein it would have ended in impeachment.
But given it’s the Trump operation, there’s every chance it barely even becomes a story. www.cnbc.com/2026/02/11/e...
But given it’s the Trump operation, there’s every chance it barely even becomes a story. www.cnbc.com/2026/02/11/e...
If you have seven days and the right materials, yes.
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At the age of 58, I’ve bought my first drill. Can it make me a new man? | Adrian Chiles
At the age of 58, I’ve bought my first drill. Can it make me a new man? | Adrian Chiles
Bored with my DIY hopelessness, I’ve decided it’s time I learned some basics, writes Adrian Charles
www.theguardian.com
February 12, 2026 at 12:24 PM
If you have seven days and the right materials, yes.
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Wearing rose tinted glasses, this seems a chance to reach those who are misinformed and concerned about legal v illegal immigration.
BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cd...
Ratcliffe says sorry his language 'offended some people' after criticism of immigration comments - live updates - BBC News
BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cd...
Ratcliffe says sorry his language 'offended some people' after criticism of immigration comments - live updates - BBC News
Manchester mayor says Man Utd co-owner Ratcliffe 'insulting' to claim UK is 'colonised by immigrants' - live updates
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage backs billionaire Ratcliffe, saying immigration
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 12:08 PM
Wearing rose tinted glasses, this seems a chance to reach those who are misinformed and concerned about legal v illegal immigration.
BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cd...
Ratcliffe says sorry his language 'offended some people' after criticism of immigration comments - live updates - BBC News
BBC News - www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cd...
Ratcliffe says sorry his language 'offended some people' after criticism of immigration comments - live updates - BBC News
BBC News - Instagram boss: 16 hours of daily use is 'problematic,' not addiction
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Instagram boss: 16 hours of daily use is not addiction
Instagram's Adam Mosseri faced questioning about the impact of his platform on minors.
www.bbc.co.uk
February 12, 2026 at 8:23 AM
BBC News - Instagram boss: 16 hours of daily use is 'problematic,' not addiction
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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⚡️US military aid to Ukraine dropped 99% in 2025, report finds.
European countries stepped in to fill the gap, increasing military aid to Ukraine by 67% and non-military support by 59% in 2025, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
European countries stepped in to fill the gap, increasing military aid to Ukraine by 67% and non-military support by 59% in 2025, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
US military aid to Ukraine dropped 99% in 2025, report finds
European countries stepped in to fill the gap, increasing military aid to Ukraine by 67% and non-military support by 59% in 2025, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
kyivindependent.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:03 PM
⚡️US military aid to Ukraine dropped 99% in 2025, report finds.
European countries stepped in to fill the gap, increasing military aid to Ukraine by 67% and non-military support by 59% in 2025, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
European countries stepped in to fill the gap, increasing military aid to Ukraine by 67% and non-military support by 59% in 2025, according to the Kiel Institute for the World Economy.
"She's a young woman — I don't think I've ever seen you smile... I don't think I've ever seen a smile on your face. [...] You know why you're not smiling? Because you know you're not telling the truth."
wow -- Bondi throws a fit in response to Nadler's question about how many of Epstein's co-conspirators, if any, she's investigating, aggressively pointing at him and yelling. The hearing then devolves into chaos and Raskin and Bondi start yelling at each other.
February 11, 2026 at 4:46 PM
"She's a young woman — I don't think I've ever seen you smile... I don't think I've ever seen a smile on your face. [...] You know why you're not smiling? Because you know you're not telling the truth."
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wow -- Bondi throws a fit in response to Nadler's question about how many of Epstein's co-conspirators, if any, she's investigating, aggressively pointing at him and yelling. The hearing then devolves into chaos and Raskin and Bondi start yelling at each other.
February 11, 2026 at 4:01 PM
wow -- Bondi throws a fit in response to Nadler's question about how many of Epstein's co-conspirators, if any, she's investigating, aggressively pointing at him and yelling. The hearing then devolves into chaos and Raskin and Bondi start yelling at each other.
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Now that the air travel has been shut down around El Paso for 10 days, the next thing worth looking out for is how far federal forces set up checkpoints around the city towards its links to the North and not just directly at the Mexican border
February 11, 2026 at 11:52 AM
Now that the air travel has been shut down around El Paso for 10 days, the next thing worth looking out for is how far federal forces set up checkpoints around the city towards its links to the North and not just directly at the Mexican border